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MPs back proscribing direct action group Palestine Action as terror organisation

Legislation passed in the Commons on Wednesday as MPs voted 385 to 26, majority 359 in favour of proscribing the group under the Terrorism Act 2000.

The Independent UK

MPs vote to proscribe Palestine Action as terror organisation

The House of Commons voted 385 to 26, a majority of 359, in favour of proscribing the group

Evening Standard

UK MPs vote to proscribe Palestine Action as terrorist group

Minister argues move will not impinge on people’s right to protest but critics call it ‘grave abuse of state power’

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MPs vote to support proscribing Palestine Action as terror group

Home secretary Yvette Cooper said ‘violence and serious criminal damage has no place in legitimate protest’ as she gears up to ban the group

The Independent UK

UK Government accused of stitching up Palestine Action vote

The UK Government has been accused of attempting to stitch up a vote on whether to proscribe Palestine Action

The National (Scotland)

US Rapper Azealia Banks Withdraws from UK Festivals Over Palestine Support Pressure

US rapper Azealia Banks has controversially pulled out of major UK festivals, including Boomtown and Maiden Voyage, after organisers allegedly pressured her to publicly support Palestine. The move has ignited fierce debate on social media and within the UK music scene, underscoring the rising tension between festival culture and political…

International Business Times UK

111 BBC journalists demand change at top as Israel-Palestine reporting 'crippled'

More than 100 BBC journalists have called for Robbie Gibb, the controversial BBC board member for England, to be removed from the role over his…

The National (Scotland)

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Frittata, ‘egg and chips’ and a bean feast: Sami Tamimi’s brunch recipes from Palestine

An adaptable and satisfying bean and tomato feast, a moreish frittata packed with herbs and veg, and a Palestinian take on egg and chips

The Guardian - UK

Ottolenghi co-founder Sami Tamimi: ‘We must use all the tools we have to keep Palestine alive through food’

Chef and author Sami Tamimi speaks to Lauren Taylor about preserving Palestinian culture through his new cookbook, ‘Boustany’, and why food is his way of keeping hope alive

The Independent UK

Why is Palestine Action being banned and what happens next?

Formal process for proscribing group has begun – and if a legal challenge fails, it will be banned on Saturday

The Guardian - UK

Why Are Police Investigating Bob Vylan After Glastonbury Festival? Kneecap Set Described as 'Appalling and Unacceptable'

Bob Vylan and Kneecap's Glastonbury acts face police probe as protest chants spark national debate on Palestine, censorship, and BBC broadcast ethics.

International Business Times UK

Voices: I quit the BBC over Gaza – Glastonbury proves it was the right thing to do

COMMENT: By trying to play things safe with its Kneecap coverage – and getting it very wrong with Bob Vylan… – the corporation has failed to represent the reality of public sentiment about Palestine, says its former newsreader Karishma Patel

The Independent UK

Palestine Action spraying paint is not terrorism. As ministers abuse their powers, I feel a duty to speak out

We have laws to deal with crimes linked to protest. What this is really about is ministers complicit in the Gaza atrocities seeking to silence dissent, says actor Juliet Stevenson

The Guardian - UK

See the full lists of acts who made political statements at Glastonbury 2025

Here are some of the acts who shared their views with audiences at this year’s Glastonbury Festival, from Kneecap to Rod Stewart

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Evening Standard

Acts who made political statements at Glastonbury 2025

Kneecap, Sir Rod Stewart and former Little Mix star Jade all used their sets to make political points at this year’s festival.

The Guardian - UK

Judge grants Palestine Action urgent hearing to try to stop ban taking effect

Co-founder of protest group to be given opportunity to apply for ‘interim relief’ to prevent proscription order

Evening Standard

Pro-Palestine campaigners stage protest outside Wimbledon tennis championships over Barclays sponsorship

Palestine Solidarity Campaign (PSC) protesters target opening of the championships at the All England Club

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s important to talk about these things’: exhibition highlights destroyed Middle Eastern heritage sites

Dana Awartani says Bristol show inspired by ‘dichotomy’ of some Gulf countries booming while Palestine ‘obliterated’

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The Independent UK

Labour minister says Bob Vylan’s anti-IDF chants at Glastonbury ‘clearly overstepped mark’

There was no doubt Bob Vylan’s comments “crossed the line,” a Labour minister said after the duo led crowds in chants of “free, free Palestine” and “death, death to the IDF” at Glastonbury festival on Saturday (28 June).

Euronews

Glastonbury controversy explained: Police investigate Kneecap and Bob Vylan sets

Musicians making headlines for their politics isn't new, but this year’s Glastonbury featured two sets by Kneecap and Bob Vylan that riled politicians – including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Police are investigating both concerts.

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Amyl & The Sniffers Sound Off On Palestine, J.K. Rowling & AI During Glastonbury Set

Amyl & The Sniffers didn't pull any punches as they took the stage in Glastonbury in a fiery set that keeps on giving.

The Independent UK

BBC issues statement after making decision to air Kneecap’s Glastonbury performance

Belfast band’s set, which included anti-Keir Starmer and pro-Palestine chants, was not aired live by the broadcaster

Latin Times

'Death to the IDF,' UK Punk Band Chants During Glastonbury Music Festival

An English punk duo chanted pro-Palestine slogans and slogans against the Israeli military during their performance at a UK music festival, shocking organizers.

Evening Standard

Have politics ruined Glastonbury? Here's what festivalgoers on site think

With Kneecap and Bob Vylan bringing negative headlines, it can be tempting to view the festival as a breeding ground for extremism, but what do fans on the site think?

The Guardian - UK

Palestine Action is part of Britain’s proud history of protest. Proscribing it is an assault on democracy

Through decades of anti-racist campaigning, I have seen that peaceful, direct action can be the only way to get results, says campaigner Suresh Grover

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